Overview of Epic Assistance Care Home I

A distinguished community nestled in the peaceful residential area of Carretas Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, Epic Assistance Care Home I is a trusted community that offers assisted living. The community also offers specialized care for individuals with dementia with a specially trained team while helping with their daily living activities 24/7. Here, residents are guaranteed to receive the highest quality of care at an affordable cost.

Aside from top-tier care and assistance, the community also conducts fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Enjoy healthy and delightful homecooked meals served daily to cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and medical support are provided whenever necessary for residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those looking to enjoy their golden years while receiving the utmost care for their unique needs.

Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1319 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1319th out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
4 years in operation Rank #1128 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1128th out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 25 / 100 Rank #1781 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1781st out of 2058 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMay 27, 2022
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Epic Assistance Care Home I is legally operated by Epic Assistance Care Home Inc., and administered by Liza Mesdjian.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 9 citations 11 total visits 3 complaint visits 3 official inspections 1 complaint investigation
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

4 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #699 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 699th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 85 out of 100. Letter grade B. 4 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Citations per inspection (76% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 910 This facility has 10% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 10% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #478 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 478th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.83.3 This facility has 76% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 76% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 1116 This facility has had 31% fewer total inspections than the California average (11 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 31% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 313 This facility has had 77% fewer complaint visits than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 77% fewer Rank #443 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 443rd out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 57 This facility has had 29% fewer other visits than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has had 25% fewer official inspections than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has had 90% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 90% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Epic Assistance Care Home I

Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mission Viejo's city center to Epic Assistance Care Home I's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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198
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95
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CA AVG 81
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71.7% -Cd-Tt Mission Viejo LLC And Morningstar Snr Mgmt, LLCPrivate Rooms
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120
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70.8% -Wg Del Sol Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite
Epic Assistance Care Home I
AL
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6
Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1319 / 1646
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25
Facility 25
CA AVG 59
Rank #1781 / 2058
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 81
Rank #699 / 1475
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3
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CA AVG 13
Rank #443 / 1388
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Rank #478 / 1434
4
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CA AVG 13
Rank #1128 / 1504
100.0% -Epic Assistance Care Home IncPrivate Rooms
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Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1319 / 1646
No 54
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Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #271 / 1475
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0
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CA AVG 13
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CA AVG 3
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24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1504
100.0% A+Ryan & Tyana FiskPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Epic Assistance Care Home I is located in Mission Viejo, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Epic Assistance Care Home I

Who is the owner of Epic Assistance Care Home I?

Epic Assistance Care Home I is legally operated by Epic Assistance Care Home Inc., and administered by Liza Mesdjian.

Is Epic Assistance Care Home I in a walkable area?

Epic Assistance Care Home I has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Epic Assistance Care Home I?

Epic Assistance Care Home I's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Epic Assistance Care Home I been in business?

Epic Assistance Care Home I has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Epic Assistance Care Home I?

No, Epic Assistance Care Home I has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Epic Assistance Care Home I?

Liza Mesdjian is the administrator of Epic Assistance Care Home I.

How many beds does Epic Assistance Care Home I have?

Epic Assistance Care Home I has 6 beds.

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